The Practice Podcast

The Practice Podcast

What if burnout wasn’t a problem to fix but a signal guiding you toward deeper alignment with life? The Practice Podcast invites you to explore how aligning with your energy can transform your connection to yourself, your relationships, and your work. Through real stories, data-driven insights, and life-centered tools, each episode helps you tune into your body’s signals and create life-affirming change from the inside out. Welcome to The Practice Podcast.

  1. 2D AGO

    Ep 22 | Practicing With: Marc de Swaan Arons

    What does real growth actually look like — and does the future of business require a fundamentally different kind of leader? In this episode, we sit down with Marc de Swaan Arons, founder of the Institute for Real Growth (IRG), one of the leading thinkers on the future of marketing and business leadership. With over three decades working with global brands and CMOs — from his career at Unilever to founding the consulting firm Effective Brands — Marc now works with senior leaders at companies like Coca-Cola, MasterCard, and Nestlé to reimagine what growth means in a stakeholder economy. We explore how intangible assets now make up 80% of a company's value, why exhausted marketers are a systemic risk, and what it truly takes to lead from a place of strength in a world demanding more from business than ever before. FOLLOW US! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sorce.io/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwSfJG5bHPJ2MGdz62vmEGw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58IgrWuC4FG7xqZzRHL9Yy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-practice-podcast/id1793642406  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33316159/ SHOWNOTES: 2:14: Redefining "Real Growth" — Why value creation is about far more than profits, and how IRG makes that case to Fortune 500 leaders and CMOs 3:54: Enrolling Leaders in a New Story — The combination of logical business case and emotional appeal that gets senior executives on board 5:17: The Intangible Asset Revolution — How the shift from 80% tangible to 80% intangible value fundamentally changes how companies should be led 13:54: The Marketer's Unique Role — Why marketers are the "window on the world" for organizations and the underappreciated drivers of human-centered innovation 18:42: Burnout as a Systemic Risk — Why depleted, exhausted leaders — especially CMOs — are dangerous for organizational creativity and momentum 25:28: Whole-Brain & Embodied Leadership — The IRG approach to getting leaders out of their heads through constellation work, meditation, and embodiment practices 27:08: The Courage to Change — What percentage of senior leaders are truly willing to challenge existing growth models 33:30: AI, Optimism, and the Next 50 Years — How Marc sees the role of companies in society evolving, and why he remains hopeful 36:27: Personal Practice — How Marc manages his own energy conscientiously as a self-described change maker and storyteller

    39 min
  2. MAR 16

    Ep 21 | Founder to Founder: From Volatility to Rhythm

    In this Founder to Founder episode of The Practice Podcast, Jessica and Kristi recap six months of navigating major unknowns at SORCE: shifting from primarily enterprise engagements toward serving leaders directly, learning who is truly ready for energetic literacy, finding authentic language that balances practical frameworks with inner work, and building regenerative financial models with clear boundaries. They describe how enterprise wasn’t abandoned but approached differently, and share what they’ve learned about the high-performing, change-agent leaders drawn to their work. They discuss prioritizing community needs over “efficient” scaling, maintaining integrity by pricing for the time real transformation requires, and measuring energy through HRV data while using “warm data” from somatic experience. They close with upcoming unknowns, including launching a certification, moving to annual commitments in the community, and allowing growth to unfold at its natural pace. FOLLOW US! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sorce.io/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwSfJG5bHPJ2MGdz62vmEGw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58IgrWuC4FG7xqZzRHL9Yy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-practice-podcast/id1793642406  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33316159/ SHOWNOTES: 00:00 Burnout As Signal 00:35 Founder Update And Pivot 04:15 Energetic Literacy Basics 05:17 Unknown One Finding The Who 07:34 Leaving The Convincing Loop 11:06 Unknown Two Finding The Words 18:19 Unknown Three Regenerative Money 23:17 Knowns The Leader Archetype 30:11 Language Balance And Momentum 32:46 Pricing For Human Depth 37:21 Integrity And Long Game 39:59 No Magic Wand Fixes 42:30 Melting the Grind 43:25 Certification Launch Unknowns 44:53 Growing Without Sales Machine 46:22 Annual Commitment Shift 49:46 Letting Growth Be Natural 53:54 Enterprise Comes to You 55:24 Energy Data and HRV Trends 58:31 Kristi Commitment Drivers 01:04:29 Leader Attunement in Practice 01:06:49 Environment and Baseline Boost 01:11:38 Commitments and Closing

    1h 17m
  3. JAN 17

    Ep 20 | Practicing With: Bristol Baughan

    Join us for an in-depth conversation with Bristol Baughan, an Emmy-winning and Oscar-nominated film producer, leadership coach, and founder of the Regenerative Media Lab. Bristol shares her personal journey towards aligning with her inner energy, the story behind discovering the concept of 'regenerative,' and how it has influenced her life and work. This episode explores the intersection of soul and soil, the importance of listening to our body's signals, and the courage needed to embrace periods of quiet and inactivity. Tune in for inspiring insights and real-life stories that offer a pathway to creating a more life-affirming future. FOLLOW US! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sorce.io/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwSfJG5bHPJ2MGdz62vmEGw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58IgrWuC4FG7xqZzRHL9Yy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-practice-podcast/id1793642406  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33316159/ SHOWNOTES: 00:00 Introduction to The Practice Podcast 00:39 Special Guest: Bristol Baughan 02:08 The Concept of Regeneration 02:50 Personal Journey and Reflections 06:51 The Importance of Letting the Soul Lay Fallow 09:42 Moving to the Azores 16:51 Trusting Aliveness and Making Decisions 24:28 Balancing Ambition and Inner Peace 30:12 Aligning with Your Values 31:11 The Importance of Vitality 31:36 Embracing Diversity in Design 32:32 Understanding Your Purpose 34:04 The Role of Ambition 36:14 Living with Integrity 38:38 The Concept of Regenerative Living 39:56 Balancing Ambition and Service 44:11 Practical Steps Towards Regeneration 55:00 The Power of Kindness and Patience 56:49 Final Reflections and Gratitude

    57 min
  4. JAN 7

    Ep 19 | Member Spotlight: Stacey Rodgers

    In this episode of The Practice Podcast, we explore the transformational journey of Stacey Rogers, a vice president of human resources who redefined her relationship with work, life, and energy. Stacey shares her story of dealing with burnout, the impact of yoga and meditation, and the significant role of nature in her healing process. She highlights her realization about the importance of energetic literacy and how understanding and managing her energy led to profound personal and professional growth. Stacey's insights on balancing analytical and intuitive thinking provide valuable lessons for anyone navigating stressful environments. Tune in to learn how Stacey's commitment to self-alignment has empowered her to embrace her authentic self and pursue meaningful work. FOLLOW US! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sorce.io/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwSfJG5bHPJ2MGdz62vmEGw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58IgrWuC4FG7xqZzRHL9Yy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-practice-podcast/id1793642406  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33316159/ SHOWNOTES: 00:00 Introduction to The Practice Podcast 00:36 Meet Stacey Rogers: A Journey of Energetic Literacy 01:33 Stacey's Path to Self-Discovery 07:45 The Role of Yoga and Meditation 10:39 Embracing Authentic Self-Expression 25:36 The Power of Nature and Retreats 28:58 Challenges and Personal Growth 35:26 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts

    40 min
  5. 10/20/2025

    Ep 17 | Practicing With: Claude Silver

    In this episode we delve into the life and insights of Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia. Explore how Claude's journey from self-sabotage to emotional bravery shaped her leadership style and personal growth. In this conversation we learn about “kind candor” and the significance of aligning energy for transformative relationships and work environments.  FOLLOW US! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sorce.io/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwSfJG5bHPJ2MGdz62vmEGw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58IgrWuC4FG7xqZzRHL9Yy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-practice-podcast/id1793642406  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33316159/ SHOWNOTES: 00:00 Introduction to The Practice Podcast 00:37 Meet Claude Silver: Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia 01:55 Claude's Early Life and Struggles 07:19 Turning Point: Wilderness Outward Bound 09:45 Journey to Self-Acceptance and Leadership 13:24 Corporate Career and Meeting Gary Vaynerchuk 18:57 Practices for Personal Growth Across Decades 22:58 Energetic Literacy and Leadership 27:55 Energy Work and Generosity 28:39 Lessons from Surfing 30:12 Transparency and Communication 31:58 The Cost of Poor Culture 33:19 Somatic Practices and Energy Management 35:14 Regenerative Business Models 37:51 Return on Energy (ROE) 41:39 Balancing Logic and Intuition 45:14 Global Cultural Nuances 49:13 Kind Candor and Company Culture 53:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    55 min

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What if burnout wasn’t a problem to fix but a signal guiding you toward deeper alignment with life? The Practice Podcast invites you to explore how aligning with your energy can transform your connection to yourself, your relationships, and your work. Through real stories, data-driven insights, and life-centered tools, each episode helps you tune into your body’s signals and create life-affirming change from the inside out. Welcome to The Practice Podcast.